Charlie Chaplin was a British actor, director, composer, and musician known for his comedic talent. He was born in 1889 and arrived in New York in 1910, where he landed contracts with major studios. He formed United Artists in 1919 and marketed his films and character, “The Tramp.” The Tramp became an enduring symbol in […]
Charlie Parker, a self-taught alto saxophonist, revolutionized jazz with his masterful improvisation. He played at Minton’s Uptown House in Harlem, where Bebop was born. Parker’s personal life was chaotic, and he died at 34 due to drug and alcohol abuse. His recorded legacy is highly regarded. Charlie Parker is considered one of the most important […]